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BUSINESS IN NOTTINGHAMSHIRE

The annual It's in Nottingham Independents initiative, organised by the Nottingham Business Improvement District, is now in its seventh year.

Polly Reade, a director of Nottingham Business Improvement District, said: “We are very fortunate that we have such a fantastic range of independent businesses in the city centre that are both different and unusual.

"These include shops, bars, restaurants, music and entertainment venues and visitor attractions.

"Not only are they unique to Nottingham but some of them also sell products that can’t be found anywhere else. It is therefore important to highlight and celebrate these as they help to make our city special and serve to encourage more visitors.

"This is why Nottingham BID funds this special annual initiative. We hope that lots of people vote for their favourites so that they get the recognition that they deserve.”

Customers can vote in the competition here and after next month's launch via voting cards in the premises.

The categories are:

o Cafe/coffee shop

o Pub, club, bar and music venue

o Restaurant

o Homes and giftware

o Retail

o Health, hair and beauty

o Attractions and things to do

The top three in each category will be visited by mystery shoppers and the winners will be announced at an event on July 4.

There will also be a special achievement award, decided by the judges.